CSI Vocab flashcard

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Crime Scene Investigator

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This person documents the crime scene and collects physical evidence.

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Class Evidence

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Material that connects an individual to a group that has similar characteristics.

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Evidence Handling

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All evidence gathered at a crime scene must be labeled, documented, and handled carefully to avoid contamination.

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Individual Evidence

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A material that can be related to a single source.

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Physical Evidence

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Evidence that can be touched or seen, such as fingerprints.

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Biological Evidence

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Evidence that comes from a living organism, such as blood or hair.

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First Responder

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The first person to arrive at the crime scene, responsible for securing the area.

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Trace Evidence

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Small pieces of material that can be transferred from one location to another, such as fibers or hair.

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Chain of Custody

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The process of maintaining and documenting the handling of evidence.

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Forensic Science

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The application of scientific principles and techniques to the investigation of crime.